Juan Mauricio wrote:Hello. I'm new to this forum and autocross. I pre-registered for the 14-15 Apr practice and Championship event, and I'm really looking forward to it.

I had a question about what vehicle class I should have selected during registration. I will be driving a 2018 Camaro SS 1LE.

On the '8 Easy Steps' page of Solo2.com website, it says to determine your vehicle's class first and that 'newcomers also run in the Novice class.' Do I select one or the other, or is there a way to indicate both Novice AND my vehicle's class (I was thinking CAM-C)?

Thanks!Juan

On the page where you select your class, there are two parts, Class and PAX, for class you select Novice, which is an indexed (or PAXed) class, and for PAX you select CAM-C, which adjusts your times relative to others in the class. You can edit your registration in Motorsportreg by logging in and going to your dashboard. If you have any trouble, let me know and I can fix it for you.

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Juan Mauricio wrote:Hello. I'm new to this forum and autocross. I pre-registered for the 14-15 Apr practice and Championship event, and I'm really looking forward to it.

I had a question about what vehicle class I should have selected during registration. I will be driving a 2018 Camaro SS 1LE.

On the '8 Easy Steps' page of Solo2.com website, it says to determine your vehicle's class first and that 'newcomers also run in the Novice class.' Do I select one or the other, or is there a way to indicate both Novice AND my vehicle's class (I was thinking CAM-C)?

Thanks!Juan

On the page where you select your class, there are two parts, Class and PAX, for class you select Novice, which is an indexed (or PAXed) class, and for PAX you select CAM-C, which adjusts your times relative to others in the class. You can edit your registration in Motorsportreg by logging in and going to your dashboard. If you have any trouble, let me know and I can fix it for you.

If you car is mostly stock then the V8 1LE would be in AS (V6 is BS). I know the 2018 hasn't been classed yet but I don't think anyone would mind locally.

I expect it to eventually get classed in G Street, as it's closest in performance (a little over) the best-equipped VW GTI's, but not quite as fast as the new Civic Type R (D Street) or Golf R / Focus RS.

For the time being - GS, or take the Hyundai-NOC in HS?

Honestly, not after points - we're running the car in multiple events like this to test for any potential issues that didn't show up early in proto stage, and work out setup combinations for different uses.

I expect it to eventually get classed in G Street, as it's closest in performance (a little over) the best-equipped VW GTI's, but not quite as fast as the new Civic Type R (D Street) or Golf R / Focus RS.

For the time being - GS, or take the Hyundai-NOC in HS?

Honestly, not after points - we're running the car in multiple events like this to test for any potential issues that didn't show up early in proto stage, and work out setup combinations for different uses.

Looking forward to meeting everyone Sunday @ El Toro!

Because it's not yet classed your best bet is just to run CST. There are only a few GS drivers signed up for Sunday so you could run with them as long as they're OK with it.

I expect it to eventually get classed in G Street, as it's closest in performance (a little over) the best-equipped VW GTI's, but not quite as fast as the new Civic Type R (D Street) or Golf R / Focus RS.

For the time being - GS, or take the Hyundai-NOC in HS?

Honestly, not after points - we're running the car in multiple events like this to test for any potential issues that didn't show up early in proto stage, and work out setup combinations for different uses.

Looking forward to meeting everyone Sunday @ El Toro!

G-Street would be safe start as the 2017 Veloster Turbo Rally Edition is also there.If you do plan to consistently autocross the car, you might want to shoot a quick letter to request classing http://www.sebscca.com

The radiator, lowering springs, and strut bars put you into the Street Touring category. I think it falls under the "Not Otherwise Classed" section of the STS class“Catch-all”: Sedans & Coupes NOC (nonsports-car-based; 4-seat minimum; up to 3.1L normally-aspirated)

Based on the mods you performed, neither technically belong in Street. Your safest bet from a classing standpoint is to run in CST, but don't expect to come out on the podium there as the competitors can be quite fast.

Your other option may be STS, under the catch-all in the rules. The car with the swapped engine didn't have that exact model of engine in it originally, correct? So it's not legal there. Technically it'd be Street Modified, but CST would be a better option for you. Alternatively you could talk with the STS crowd and see if they're okay with you running with them.

STS crowd is super chill and wont care (I'm still proof of that lol). Given that myself and the Mazdaspeed3 is in the same class due to STF being phased out, it would be some friendly competition among ourselves. Glad you're coming back Paul. Try not to follow the rabbit too far into the rabbit hole

Paul Osorio wrote:One last question. When does one stop signing up as novice? Is it after your first event or??

Novice is optional. You don't have to run there at all. Kinda depends on where you are at when you first start. If you are winning, there is a year end award and it only takes 6 events instead of 10+ for regular classes.

NOVICE (NOV) and NOVICE LADIES (NOVL)A. Purpose of this class: To encourage new members/competitors to participate in autocrossand be introduced into the community in a class structured for their needs. Also, to allowthem to sharpen their skills without being discouraged by “getting their doors blown off”by more experienced drivers.

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Paul Osorio wrote:One last question. When does one stop signing up as novice? Is it after your first event or??

Novice is optional. You don't have to run there at all. Kinda depends on where you are at when you first start. If you are winning, there is a year end award and it only takes 6 events instead of 10+ for regular classes.

NOVICE (NOV) and NOVICE LADIES (NOVL)A. Purpose of this class: To encourage new members/competitors to participate in autocrossand be introduced into the community in a class structured for their needs. Also, to allowthem to sharpen their skills without being discouraged by “getting their doors blown off”by more experienced drivers.

Hugo wrote:This is my first event. I'm not sure if it's open to novice drivers, but I'm looking to attend and register for the weekend of July 21/22 at El Toro.

Hey Hugo,

Welcome to Cal Club SCCA Autocross! We are absolutely open to novice drivers! Come on out and join the fun. We have lots of great folks that will be glad to "show you the ropes!" Go ahead and sign up for the event. Let the registration folks on site know you're new and they'll get you pointed in the right direction. We also have instructors that are glad to help you get around those first few laps, and our novice coordinator does a very informative novice track walk (full of speed secrets...a must attend item for anybody interested in going faster!). If you need a helmet, we have free loaners available as well. Arrive early, get signed in, get your car tech'd, walk course, and make sure you attend the driver's meeting (they'll cover all the safety stuff, rules and what's expected when you do your work assignment).

Also, you're more than welcome to bring your friends (family, significant others, etc.). No charge to come and watch. We also allow passengers to ride along (again no charge), so feel free to bring friends/family....or hang out in grid with a helmet and ask if you can ride along with one of our experienced drivers (an awesome way to learn....and get a chance to ride in some pretty cool cars).

If I somehow managed to contend what class would I be in? I found it and my auto fit the road arranged classification on the spot aside from the interior motor redesign. My motor is stock (94 Mazda rx-7 1.3L wankel) aside from I have a gentle road port.